Corporate Relocation Survey 2016

The Industry's Longest Running Survey

Atlas has collected insights from corporate decision-makers and analyzed changes in the industry for nearly 50 years. Throughout changes in policies and practices, we remain committed to providing detailed views into how professionals answer the challenges of relocation. Atlas is in it for the long haul.

Respondent Profile

Invited via email, 445 decision-makers completed our online questionnaire between January 14 and March 7. Each respondent has responsibility for relocation and is employed by a company that has either relocated employees during the past two years or plans to relocate employees this year.

Nearly all (89%) work in human resources/personnel or relocation/mobility services departments for firms in:

Service (44%)

Manufacturing/processing (25%)

Financial (13%)

Wholesale/retail (10%)

Government/military (3%)

Other (5%)

For analysis, firms are categorized by size:

Small: Fewer than 500 salaried employees (35%)

Mid-size: 500-4,999 salaried employees (35%)

Large: 5,000+ salaried employees (30%)

Half (51%) are international firms.

Finding what you want is easy.

We're pleased to bring you an enhanced presentation of this year's research. You'll notice:

An extensive menu to quickly pinpoint areas of interest and in-depth analysis.

Make your voice count.

Planning for next year's survey is now underway. Click here to see if you qualify and get your name on the list as a participant. You'll receive a web link in January. Make your voice heard and help our industry clearly see the big picture in corporate relocation.